The only site where you can camp on a regional park at Piha is at a site licensed to the Boys’ Brigade in Piha Valley. It is visible from Glen Esk Road behind the Sir Algernon Thomas Green, on the north side of Piha Stream. There is a paddock and a hut – the Nigel Hanlon Hut.Â The campground and hut are licensed to the Boys’ Brigade but are available for hire to the public by calling (09) 4481157. This is a great spot, in easy walking distanceÂ of the beach but also handy to many great Waitakere bush tramps. On the Hillary Trail.

There are three other Auckland Council regional parks campgrounds near Piha. For further information, please visit the Auckland Council website and you can book by calling Auckland Council on (09) 3010101.

A lovely grassy space with big old macrocarpas, a cooking shelter andÂ composting toilet. On Hillary Trail. Great lookout point to see back over Piha. Can accommodate 40 at $6 adultÂ Â and $4 child.Â

Â Tunnel Point, between Karekare and WhatipuÂ

A 20-30 minutesÂ trek through the Pohutukawa Glade, southÂ along the beach, and then followingÂ the old benched railway line, through the tunnel, andÂ you reachÂ a gorgeous secluded spot beside dune wetlands. Composting toilet. On Hillary Trail. $6 adult $4 child.